Immerse yourself in the serene world of Claude Debussy's Calm Classical Sleep, a meticulously curated collection of 62 soothing classical piano gems. Released on 14 March 2025 under the esteemed Sony Classical/Sony Music label, this enchanting album is designed to transport you to a realm of tranquillity, perfect for sleep and relaxation.
With a duration of 2 hours and 28 minutes, Calm Classical Sleep is a treasure trove of beautiful classical masterpieces, featuring some of Debussy's most renowned works, including Reverie, Clair de Lune, and Arabesque No. 1. The album also showcases stunning arrangements of pieces by other celebrated composers, such as Ravel, Rachmaninov, and Fauré, ensuring a diverse and captivating listening experience.
From the gentle, lulling melodies of Berceuse and À Chloris to the elegant, refined nuances of Pavane and Gymnopédie No. 1, each track has been carefully selected to create a sense of calm and serenity. The album's soothing atmosphere is further enhanced by the inclusion of peaceful arrangements of famous operatic pieces, such as Lakmé: Flower Duet and La donna è mobile.
Claude Debussy's Calm Classical Sleep is an ideal companion for those seeking to unwind and escape the stresses of everyday life. As you listen to this exquisite collection, allow yourself to drift into a world of relaxation, where the beauty and elegance of classical music will soothe your mind and calm your spirit.
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Tracks
Ravel Variation (Arr. for Violin & Piano after Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19 by Ketan & Vivan Bhatti)Maurice Ravel, Esther Abrami, Iyad Sughayer
Rachmaninov Preghiera Piano Variation (From Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 18, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Gabriele Bagnati
Chants d'Auvergne: Berceuse (Arr. for Cello and Orchestra)Joseph Canteloube, Sol Gabetta, Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Charles Olivieri-Munroe
O mio babbino caro (From Gianni Schicchi, SC 88, Arr. for Piano and Cello by E. M. Fard)Giacomo Puccini, Louis Philippson, Michael Bosch
Lakmé: Flower Duet (Arr. for Violin and Strings by Vivan & Ketan Bhatti)Léo Delibes, Esther Abrami
À Chloris (Arr. for Cello and Orchestra)Reynaldo Hahn, Sol Gabetta, Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Charles Olivieri-Munroe
Pavane, Op. 50 (Arr. for Violin, Cello and Piano by Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard)Gabriel Fauré, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Raphaela Gromes, Håvard Gimse
Thaïs, DO 24: Meditation (Arr. for Violin, Cello and Piano by Ehsan Mohagheghi Fard)Jules Massenet, Eldbjørg Hemsing, Raphaela Gromes, Håvard Gimse
The Swan Piano Variation (From The Carnival of the Animals, R.125, Arr. for Piano by Svetoslav Karparov)Camille Saint-Saëns, Gabriele Bagnati
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: No. 7, AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, Ross Pople, London Festival Orchestra
Zigeunermelodien, Op. 55: IV. Als die alte Mutter mich noch lehrte singenAntonín Dvořák, Jan Vogler, Helmut Deutsch
A Chloris in E Major (Arr. for Piano by William Youn)Reynaldo Hahn, William Youn
Je te veuxErik Satie, Olga Scheps
Après un rêveGabriel Fauré, Charlie Siem, Paul Goodwin
Gymnopédie No. 1 (Arr. for Cello and Guitar)Erik Satie, Jan Vogler, Ismo Eskelinen
Mahler: Symphony of a Thousand Piano Variation (After Symphony No. 8, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Gustav Mahler, Louis Philippson
RêverieAngela Morley, Esther Abrami, Her Ensemble
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 Variation (After Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 23, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Louis Philippson
Ma Mère l'Oye, M. 60: I. Pavane de la Belle au bois dormant (Arr. for Piano Trio by Julian Riem)Maurice Ravel, Raphaela Gromes, Julian Riem, Daniel Dodds
Debussy Sunken Cathedral Variation (From Préludes, CD 125/L. 117, No. 10, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Claude Debussy, Gabriele Bagnati
Monteverdi Madrigali Amorosi Variation (From Madrigals, Book 5, SV 94-106, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Claudio Monteverdi, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
Beau soirClaude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Puccini Tosca Te Deum Variation (From Tosca, H.146, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Giacomo Puccini, Tim Allhoff, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
Chansons grises: V. L'heure exquise (Arr. for Piano by William Youn)Reynaldo Hahn, William Youn
Madama Butterfly: Humming ChorusGiacomo Puccini, Andre Kostelanetz, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Mélodie-Elégie, Op. 10, No. 5Jules Massenet, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Tosca: E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Andre Kostelanetz, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Fauré Après Un Rêve Piano Variation (From 3 Songs, Op. 7, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Gabriel Fauré, Gabriele Bagnati
Le carnaval des animaux, R. 125: XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Jan Vogler, Helmut Branny
Mahler Adagietto Variation (From Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor, Arr. for Violin and Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Gustav Mahler, Gabriele Bagnati, Esther Abrami
La plus que Lent (Valse)Claude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Rhapsodie espagnole, M. 54: I. Prélude à la nuitMaurice Ravel, Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria, Adrian Leaper
Gymnopédie No. 2: Lent et tristeErik Satie, Olga Scheps
Tendrement (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Erik Satie, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt, Gerald Fauth
Ravel Bolero Variation (After Bolero, M. 81, Arr. for Piano by Tim Allhoff)Maurice Ravel, Louis Philippson
Tosca: Vissi d'arteGiacomo Puccini, Andre Kostelanetz, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
La donna è mobile Piano Variation (From Rigoletto, Arr. for Piano by Jan-Peter Klöpfel)Giuseppe Verdi, Gabriele Bagnati
Claire de luneClaude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Verdi La Traviata Variation (From La Traviata: Libiamo ne' lieti calici, Arr. for 2 Pianos by Tim Allhoff)Giuseppe Verdi, Gabriele Bagnati, Lorenzo Bagnati
Pièce en forme de Habanera, M. 51Maurice Ravel, Magali Mosnier, Marco Armiliato
Mélodies, Op. 7: I. Après un rêveGabriel Fauré, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Après un rêve, Op. 7, No. 1 (Arr. for Piano by William Youn)Gabriel Fauré, William Youn
Six épigraphes antiques for Piano Four Hands, L. 131: V. Pour l'ÉgyptienneClaude Debussy, Tal & Groethuysen
La Périchole, IJO 64: O mon cher amant, je te jure (Arr. for Cello and Orchestra)Jacques Offenbach, Sol Gabetta, Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Charles Olivieri-Munroe
Satie Variation (Arr. for Violin & Piano after Gymnopédie No. 1 by Svetoslav Karparov)Erik Satie, Esther Abrami, Iyad Sughayer
Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Nikolai Tokarev
Shylock, Op. 57: V. NocturneGabriel Fauré, Sinfonieorchester Basel, Ivor Bolton
Lamento (Chanson du pecheur, Op.4/1)Gabriel Fauré, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt
Gnossienne No. 1 (Arr. for Piano and Saxophone Quartet)Erik Satie, Alliage Quintett
Arabesque No. 1, L. 66, No. 1 (Arr. for Cello and Piano)Claude Debussy, Wolfgang Emanuel Schmidt, Gerald Fauth
Claude Debussy, born Achille Claude Debussy, was a pioneering French composer who left an indelible mark on the classical music landscape. Often hailed as the first Impressionist composer, despite his personal rejection of the label, Debussy's innovative approach to harmony and orchestration revolutionized the musical world. His compositions, which span the late 19th and early 20th centuries, are celebrated for their evocative atmospheres and subtle, shimmering textures. Debussy's influence endures, making him a cornerstone of classical piano and broader classical music genres.
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